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Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 3h

Night all.

Small Blue butterfly on some yellow vetch.

Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 4h

There's a big poster up in our otherwise excellent surgery that says they will accommodate carers' needs when booking appointments. I can only think it's sarcastic.

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Michael Spicer @michaelspicer.bsky.social · 9h

AI NEWS

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Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 10h

Cheese on toast.

Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 10h

Shame.

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TenInchWheels @teninchwheels.bsky.social · 6d

I see your ex is taking the divorce well

A car in London covered in bizarre anti Sadiq khan and ant Keir starmer slogans. Taken from a Facebook post

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LF Lightning-Barugh @cheeseford.bsky.social · 11h

“Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce" is the polite way of saying “Our health and social care sector would be absolutely fucked without workers from overseas".

UNISON @unison.org.uk · 1d

UNISON signs joint union letter calling for an end to the escalation of anti-migrant rhetoric.

“Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce."

Read our joint statement
www.unison.org.uk/content/uplo...

Logos of unions: BMA, RCN, BDA, CSP, Unite, UNISON, HCSA, SoR

Joint statement on anti-migrant rhetoric – Keeping our communities safe from racism
Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce. Many of our colleagues, especially those from international backgrounds or perceived as ethnically distinct from the majority population, are facing a sustained campaign of anti-migrant rhetoric. The escalating use of hostile language allows some political parties to exploit fear and promote division and emboldens those in society who seek to intimidate. This rhetoric also comes at a time when the rights of those who live and work in the UK to continue to make the UK their home are being openly questioned, including tens of thousands of people working within the health and social care sector. People are unsettled and frightened, with some directly experiencing hate and violence at work and within their communities.
In the face of this blatant scapegoating of migrant communities, we stand united in our commitment to uphold the values of dignity, respect and equality for all individuals. As leading trade unions and professional associations within the UK, representing workers within the health and social care sector, we reject any form of discrimination and oppose all forms of racism and xenophobia.
Together we will continue to advocate for policies that promote inclusion, protect human rights, and foster a culture of empathy and understanding. We call on the media, and politicians to stop spreading misinformation for political gain and engage in evidence-based discourse around immigration.
The health and social care sector in the UK has always been reliant on the commitment and expertise of its international workforce. Figures from NHS England and Skills for Care show that in England, 776,000 workers – around a quarter of the total workforce of just over 3 million – are non-British nationals.
We affirm our solidarity with …

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Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 11h

Aww.

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Matt Owen @mjowen174.bsky.social · 12h

Three heart operations here: three surgeons - one Canadian, two Indian.

UNISON @unison.org.uk · 1d

UNISON signs joint union letter calling for an end to the escalation of anti-migrant rhetoric.

“Our health and social care sector is built on the hard work and rich diversity of its workforce."

Read our joint statement
www.unison.org.uk/content/uplo...

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Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 13h

Thank God I succumbed after M was feeling better and able to look after the kids.

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Moose Allain @mooseallain.bsky.social · 13h

I love this!

James Willis @thebunyipman.bsky.social · 13h

knocked up a quick animation to see how he might move

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Alexa Wilson @alexadwilson.bsky.social · 13h

We've all had a high temp, dry cough, horrid flu-y thing. It's rubbish.

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Ian Martin @ianmartin.bsky.social · 14h

There is, however, one Boris Johnson book that was written WITHOUT using Metal Mickey. And goodness me, what a fine gift it would make for anyone. Available at all good - and shit - booksellers.

www.bloomsbury.com/uk/unhinged-...

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Glennyrodge @glennyrodge.bsky.social · 14h

Music FACT: For security reasons, Kenny Loggins changes his name every 28 days.

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General Boles @generalboles.bsky.social · 14h

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Emma Mitchell @silverpebble2.bsky.social · 15h

Liquidambar leaf palette just now👇🏼. Pause for a moment if you’re feeling anxious-your brain’s likely to release dopamine due to a positive response to colour gradation, certain bright colours & looking at images our brains find appealing. A pause here will make your day slightly easier to tackle 🍁